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3-4. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone)
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■Conditions under which the system will not operate
●If using a cellular phone that does not support Bluetooth®
●If the cellular phone is switched off
●If you are outside service range
●If the cellular phone is not connected
●If the cellular phone’s battery is low
●If the cellular phone is behind the se at or in the glove box or console box
●If metal is covering or touching the phone
■Signal status
This display may not correspond exact ly with the cellular phone itself.
■When using the hands-free system
●The audio system and voice guidance are muted when making a call.
●If both parties speak at the same time, it may be difficult to hear.
●If the incoming call volume is overly loud, an echo may be heard.
●Try to face toward the microphone as much as possible when speaking.
●In the following circumstances, it may be difficult to hear the other party:
• When driving on unpaved roads
• When driving at high speeds
•When a window is open
• When the air conditioning is bl owing directly on the microphone
• When the air conditioning is set to high

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Interior features
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■Call waiting
●If your phone does not support HFP Ver. 1.5, this function cannot be used.
●Call waiting operation may differ depend ing on your cellular phone and service
provider.
■Call history
Up to 5 numbers can be stored in each of the outgoing and incoming call history
memories.
■When talking on the phone
●Do not talk simultaneously with the other party.
●Keep the volume of the received voice down. Otherwise, voice echo will
increase.

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3-7. Other interior features
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Safety Connect
: If equipped
Safety Connect is a subscription-based telematics service that uses Global
Positioning System (GPS) data and emb edded cellular technology to pro-
vide safety and security features to subscribers. Safety Connect is sup-
ported by Lexus’ designated response center, which operates 24 hours per
day, 7 days per week.
Safety Connect service is available by subscription on select, telematics
hardware-equipped vehicles.
By using the Safety Connect service, you are agreeing to be bound by the
Telematics Subscription Service Agreement and its Terms and Conditions,
as in effect and amended from time to time, a current copy of which is avail-
able at Lexus.com. All use of the Safety Connect service is subject to such
then-applicable Terms and Conditions.
■ System components
Microphone
LED light indicators
“SOS” button

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■Services
Subscribers have the following Safety Connect services available:
●Automatic Collision Notification
*
Helps drivers receive necessary response from emergency ser-
vice providers. ( P. 583)
*: U.S. Patent No. 7,508,298 B2
●Stolen Vehicle Location 
Helps drivers in the event of vehicle theft. ( P. 584)
● Emergency Assistance Button (SOS) 
Connects drivers to response-center support. ( P. 584)
● Enhanced Roadside Assistance 
Provides drivers various on-road assistance. ( P. 584)
■ Subscription
After you have signed the Telemati cs Subscription Service Agree-
ment and are enrolled, you can begin receiving services.
A variety of subscription terms is available for purchase. Contact
your Lexus dealer, call 1-800-25-LEXUS (1-800-255-3987) or
push the “SOS” button in your ve hicle for further subscription
details.

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■Safety Connect Services Information
●Phone calls using the vehicles Bluetooth® technology will not be possible dur-
ing Safety Connect.
●Safety Connect is available beginning Fall 2009 on select Lexus models. Con-
tact with the Safety Connect response ce nter is dependent upon the telematics
device being in operative condition, ce llular connection availability, and GPS
satellite signal reception, which can limit the ability to reach the response center
or receive emergency service support. Enrollment and Telematics Subscription
Service Agreement required. A variety of subscription terms is available;
charges vary by subscription term selected.
●Safety Connect services will function in the United States, including Hawaii and
Alaska, and in Canada. The services will not function outside of the United
States in countries other than Canada. For details about the service, contact
your Lexus dealer.
●Safety Connect services ar e not subject to section 255 of the Telecommunica-
tions Act and the device is not TTY compatible.
■Languages
The Safety Connect response center will offer support in multiple languages. The
Safety Connect system will offer voice prompts in English and Spanish. Please indi-
cate your language of choice when enrolling.
■When contacting th e response center
You may be unable to contact the response center if the network is busy.

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Safety Connect LED light IndicatorsWhen the “ENGINE START STOP” swit ch is turned to IGNITION ON
mode, the red indicator light comes on for 2 seconds then turns off.
Afterward, the green indicator light co mes on, indicating that the service
is active. 
The following indicator light patterns indicate specific system usage con-
ditions:
● Green indicator light on = Active service
● Green indicator light flashing = Safety Connect call in process
● Red indicator light (except at vehicle start-up) = System malfunction
(contact your Lexus dealer)
● No indicator light (off) = Saf ety Connect service not active
Safety Connect services
■ Automatic Collision Notification
In case of either airbag deployment or severe rear-end collision, the
system is designed to automatically call the response center. The
responding agent receives the vehicl e’s location and attempts to speak
with the vehicle occupants to asse ss the level of emergency. If the
occupants are unable to communicate, the agent automatically treats
the call as an emergency, contacts the nearest emergency services
provider to describe the situation, an d requests that assistance be sent
to the location.

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Stolen Vehicle Location
If your vehicle is stolen, Safety Co nnect can work with local authorities
to assist them in locating and recovering the vehicle. After filing a
police report, call the Safety Conn ect response center at 1-800-25-
LEXUS (1-800-255-3987) and follo w the prompts for Safety Con-
nect to initiate this service.
In addition to assisting law enforcemen t with recovery of a stolen vehi-
cle, Safety-Connect-equipped vehicl e location data may, under cer-
tain circumstances, be shared with th ird parties to locate your vehicle.
Further information is available at Lexus.com.
■ Emergency Assistance Button (“SOS”)
In the event of an emergency on th e road, push the “SOS” button to
reach the Safety Connect response center. The answering agent will
determine your vehicle’s location, as sess the emergency, and dispatch
the necessary assistance required.
If you accidentally press the “SOS” button, tell the resp onse-center agent
that you are not experiencing an emergency.
■ Enhanced Roadside Assistance
Enhanced Roadside Assistance ad ds GPS data to the already
included warranty-based Lexus roadside service. 
Subscribers can press the “SOS” button to reach a Safety Connect
response-center agent, who can help wi th a wide range of needs, such
as: towing, flat tire, fuel delivery, etc. For a description of the Roadside
Assistance services and their limita tions, please see the Safety Con-
nect Terms and Conditions, which are available at Lexus.com.

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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting 
the vehicle exterior............ 588
Cleaning and protecting 
the vehicle interior .............. 592 4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance 
requirements........................ 595
General maintenance ........... 597
Emission inspection and 
maintenance (I/M) 
programs ................................ 601
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service 
precautions ........................... 602
Hood .......................................... 607
Engine compartment ........... 608
Tires............................................. 627
Tire inflation pressure........... 634
Wheels ...................................... 638
Air conditioning filter ........... 640
Electronic key battery.......... 642
Checking and replacing 
fuses ........................................ 645
Headlight aim (vehicles with low 
beam halogen bulbs) ......... 658
Light bulbs ................................ 660